The IC of Argentina qualify for the IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge World Finals 2027

The South American qualifying event for the 2026 IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge took place on 13-16 July 2026 and brought together teams from the ICs of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay at the Carrasco Lawn Tennis Club in Montevideo. Hosted by the IC of Uruguay, the event combined high-quality junior tennis with the International Clubs' enduring values of friendship, sportsmanship and international fellowship.

Despite weather forcing a revised schedule, the competition was completed successfully over three days. The IC of Argentina produced consistently outstanding tennis throughout the tournament, defeating the IC of Uruguay (1) by 5–1 in a closely contested final to secure qualification for the IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge World Finals. The IC of Bolivia in particular made an impressive debut in the competition after the creation of the IC in 2025, finishing in third place ahead of the ICs of Chile, Brazil and Uruguay (2).

Off the court, the event reflected the IC spirit through a welcome reception, social activities and a community tennis clinic with children from the IC of Uruguay's "Growing up with Tennis" programme, where players shared their skills and experiences with young participants.

The Sportsmanship Awards, voted for by the team captains, recognised Maria E. Moretti (Brazil) and Andree Montellano (Bolivia) for their exemplary sportsmanship. The tournament concluded with a light-hearted captains' doubles match, providing a fitting celebration of the friendships forged throughout the week.

You can view the full tournament report, photos and video below.

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The ICs of Italy and Spain triumph at the 2025 Potter Cup and Two Presidents’ Cup

The 52nd Potter Cup and 8th Two Presidents’ Cup were held in Barcelona from 15–18 October 2025 across the courts of Real Club de Polo de Barcelona and Real Club Tenis Barcelona 1899, hosted by the International Club of Spain.

Nine IC nations took part: Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Spain and the USA. Over three days of high-quality, competitive tennis, teams played in excellent spirit and sportsmanship in both events.

In the Potter Cup, the final was contested between Italy and Spain, with Italy emerging as champions. The final standings were:

1. Italy
2. Spain
3. USA
4. Germany
5. Great Britain
6. Belgium
7. France
8. Ireland

In the Two Presidents’ Cup, Spain faced Germany in the final and claimed victory. The final rankings were:

1. Spain
2. Germany
3. Italy
4. Great Britain
5. France
6. USA
7. Ireland
8. Czech Republic

A full social programme complemented the tennis, which included a welcome dinner at the RC Polo Panoramic Restaurant, a special tennis clinic with participants of the Acell Federation programme, a dinner at the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona 1899 and finally the prizegiving and official gala dinner at the Real Club de Polo de Barcelona. Excellent organisation, transport, accommodation and on-site services ensured a memorable week combining competitive tennis, international friendship and outstanding hospitality in true IC tradition.

You can view the full report, photos and match results below.